Pride Festival f. LeAnn Rimes,

Though the drama — cheating hearts, family feuds and rehab — once turned the Grammy winner’s life into a clichéd country song, LeAnn Rimes’ elemental talent transcends tabloid fodder. Her flawless singing ranges from classic country to sophisticated pop, and her longtime support of the LGBT community — still a risky move for a mainstream country artist — exemplifies her class and sass. She headlines Charlotte Pride on the Wells Fargo Stage. (Michael Walsh)